It’s that time of the year to celebrate a Southern staple born right here in the Lowocuntry — sweet tea. ICYMI: Summerville is recognized as the birthplace of sweet tea.
Get the party started, September 15-21, with the Hold My Tea Bar Crawl, where Summerville bars and restaurants will compete in the Sweet Tea Cocktail Contest, serving up creative drinks inspired by the classic.
Bonus: Don’t miss the Bingo game. Once you complete your card, turn it in for a free bar crawl shirt (while supplies last) at the Summerville Visitor Center or at the Cotton-Tea booth during the Sweet Tea Festival — which returns Saturday, Sept. 20.
Events
Events
Friday, Sept. 12
Live Music at Cantina 76 | Every Friday in September | 5:30-9 p.m. | Cantina 76, Mount Pleasant | Price of purchase | Unwind and bask in the live music while you enjoy tequila tastings, swag giveaways, and drink specials.
“THE SOUND OF MUSIC” | Friday, Sept. 12-Sunday, Sept. 28 | Times vary | The Historic Dock Street Theatre | $53.25+ | Charleston Stage presents Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Tony Award-winning classic with beloved songs like “My Favorite Things.”
Saturday, Sept. 13
Pilates on the Ashley | 9 a.m. | Middleton Place | $20+ | Strengthen and stretch among the historic oaks along the Ashley River.
Second Saturday Science with Live5 News | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry | Free with admission | Join this interactive and educational experience with a Lowcountry meteorologist.
Battle Of The Bands: Competition & Karaoke | 12-7 p.m. | Commonhouse Aleworks, North Charleston | Free entry | Listen to local bands duke it out at the inaugural event, where winners will get to play at the Music Farm.
Sunday, Sept. 14
LMMN’s Fins and Flippers Fall Fundraiser | 1-4 p.m. | Bowens Island Restaurant | $60 | This event brings coastal views, conservation, and community, all under one roof, to support the Lowcountry Marine Mammal Network.
Lambeth Cake Design Class | 4-6 p.m. | Mercantile & Mash | $95 | Get ready to let your creativity shine at this cake design class.
Need breakfast plans?Jeff’s Bagel Run opens its Shoremeade Road location in Mount Pleasant today at 6:30 a.m. Expect live music, giveaways, and freebies, plus the first 100 guests will have the chance to win a golden ticket, good for a dozen free bagels a month for one year.
Real Estate
You can own a piece of history. Check out this high battery home located on Water Street, built between 1810 and 1818, and spanning four stories and 7,748 sqft. Take a look around, and don’t miss the pool or the waterfront views from some of the bedrooms.
Develpoment
The former DiMare facility, located on Johns Island behind the Stono Market & Tomato Shed Café, is being redeveloped into a commercial and industrial park. The 190,000 sqft space will be split into two buildings that could house future showrooms, warehouses, or construction retailers. (The Post and Courier)
Shop
This Saturday, Sept.13 from 1 to 4 p.m. the Charleston Museum is hosting a free clothing swap in conjunction with its newest exhibit: Reimagined Fashion: Creations of the Future Past. The event will be in the museum’s courtyard and is hosted by the Naked Lady Society, known for its commitment to sustainability.
Concert
Mark your calendar. On Friday, Nov. 7, Palmetto Freedom Fest will return to Credit One Stadium. The event benefits the Folds of Honor Palmetto State Chapter, and will feature a performance by country singer Lee Brice. Tickets are available now.
Plan Ahead
The Lowcountry is looking forward to the Sweet Tea Festival, but don’t forget to plan the rest of your month with our full roundup of some of the biggest events happening in September. Make sure to bookmark the page for monthly updates.
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Brunch on a boat, what could be butter?
Sink your teeth into a brunch classic while cruising around Charleston Harbor. | Photos provided by The Palm Social
Get ready to set sail to the brunch of your dreams. On Sunday, Sept. 21 at 12 p.m. you’ll be able to kick your feet up and enjoy a leisurely cruise on the Daniel Island Ferry around the Charleston Harbor as you indulge in a spread from Callie’s Hot Little Biscuits.
The experience will be like the BBQ & Boats Sunset Cruise we talked about a few months ago, but this time with all-inclusive Bloody Marys, mimosas, biscuits, and other brunch favorites. Newsletter Editor Callie here. I’m looking forward to the Carolina Grits and keeping an eye out for dolphins.
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🪶It’s feel-good Friday, and I have an update on a story we told you about a few months back.
Do you remember the injured osprey rescued from Folly Beach? If not, here’s a refresher — the bird was pulled from the water by a Charleston County Parks lifeguard and taken to the Avian Medical Clinic, tangled in fishing line with three hooks embedded in him.
Fast forward, after weeks of treatment and care, he was reunited with the lifeguard who saved him and was released back into the wild. What a full-circle moment.
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